Torshi Tareh (Persian Sour Herb Stew with Eggs)
Torshi Tareh is a traditional Persian dish from the northern provinces of Iran, particularly Gilan, known for its tangy and savory flavors.
It’s made from a combination of herbs, garlic, and eggs, creating a rich, aromatic stew. The herbs, typically including cilantro, spinach, and mint. They are finely chopped and sautéed before being simmered with eggs and a sour ingredient such as verjuice.
Torshi Tareh is traditionally served with kateh (a soft, sticky Northern Iranian rice) and is often accompanied by pickled vegetables (torshi) or fresh garlic.
If you like Persian stews, make sure to check out Gheimeh Stew, made with beef, split peas, crushed tomatoes, and dried lime, and Persian Rhubarb Stew, made with beef, rhubarb, and fresh herbs.
Yield: Serves 4
- 200 g fresh coriander, finely chopped
- 250 g fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons dried mint
- 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 5 eggs
- 1/3 cup grape verjuice or lemon juice
- 8 tablespoons oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2/3 teaspoon turmeric powder
- salt & pepper to taste
Heat the oil in a non-stick pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they become tender and lightly golden. Then, add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the turmeric powder, coriander, and spinach, and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
Then add the mint, 2 1/2 cups of hot water, salt, and pepper. Cover the pot and simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Dissolve the flour in 3 tablespoons of cold water, then add it to the stew.
Add the butter and grape verjuice (or lemon juice), stirring well to combine.
Carefully crack the eggs into the center of the pot without stirring.
Cover the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes. Then gently stir and continue cooking, covered, until the eggs are set. Serve with Persian Rice.
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So nice to add a recipe from a different cuisine to my Pinterest Genotype Teacher board. Will be trying this soon.
My husband love it
good
great job Shabnam, I love this healthy stew.
A healthy vegetarian dish.
i love it... it is gonna be our launch this saturday :))